M3 - The Rat

In our own news I decided that the interior of the GQ M3 (dubbed “The Rat”) needed a bit of attention. The usual cracking leather and general ‘tired’ feeling needed addressing.

I’d fallen in love with the 20 Jahre material Richard has in his E34 M5. With a few calls to the right people I’d sourced the OE material. I went with one of our own GQ approved craftsmen with the job of the freshen up. Now I was reluctant to mess with the original specification of the car, but I am so happy with the results. Along with the underside wash maybe “The Rat” is a little harsh.

What have you been doing, got a story you want us to share? Get in touch.

ULEZ - it's coming...

Ok so there’s no easy way to cover this one, but we’ll try and make it a bit more digestible than the umpteen different TFL pages that you’ll have to navigate covering the topic. ULEZ for those that don’t know is the Ultra Low Emission Zone covering London. From 25/10/21 it is going to be significantly increased to cover the area within the North and South Circular roads. It’s intention is to keep the air over London less polluted going into the future. You can take your car there still – but it may now cost you. 

The simplest way to find out is by looking here if your car even falls within the emissions criteria. Most modern (post 2005) cars already meet the regulations (Euro 4 emissions if you’re really having trouble sleeping) and won’t have to pay the £12.50. The Mayor’s website say that the scheme is designed to tax “Older, more polluting vehicles”.

The new ULEZ zone will operate 24/7 365 days of the year. Cars, vans, buses, coaches, lorries and motorbikes are all included in the new rules, but the charge will only apply to models that don't meet certain emissions standards.

There are historic exemptions so if your vehicle is 40 or older then you do not have to pay, so if your car/s fall into the “Historic Tax class” then you’re off the hook. If you are a resident in London, you may also be able to apply for discounts/exemptions.

In plain English, if your car is made anywhere between 1981 and 2005 and you’re planning on driving into London after 25/10/21; it’s worth checking to see if you’re going to get stung for another road usage charge. It is a huge expansion and likely to catch the unawares out. There is a journey planner here and further reading here to get yourself up to speed.  

Autocar's view

Sales overview

If you’re cut from a similar cloth, we’d love to work with you

It seems the industry predecessors have given sales a bad name. And, to be honest it’s an area we always approach with caution.

However, every so often we meet someone who shares the same view. They are complicated pieces of engineering and there will more often than not be a twist or turn that we have to work through constructively, together.

As a seller, if you feel you are cut from a similar cloth, then please do reach out – we’d love to hear from you. Alternatively, if you are a buyer, you can be confident that the owners you see here have been vetted and are workable, honest individuals. Most of which currently all store with us and have a clear trace on the history.

You’ll also see two prices – in store and open market. As the names suggests, any sale between fellow GQ owners will pay the lower price. That price is also open to anyone looking to join the GQ family post sale, too.

So, what’s included:

• Inspection and valuation.

• Maintenance wash.

• Photography and description.

• Marketing and lead generation.

• Management of all inquiries and viewings.

• Full facilitation of any twist or turn including holding the asset until both parties are happy.

Pricing:

• 10% of sale price.

• Starting at £1,000 + VAT.

• Capped at £3,500 + VAT.

• Vehicles over £125k is a flat fee of £5,000 + VAT

• If for any reason you change your mind or happen to sell the car privately mid process a minimum fee of £500 + VAT is applicable to help cover our costs.

The best part is that you only pay when we sell the car and we typically achieve more than a private sale so usually it doesn’t cost you anything.

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So, whether you are looking to rent a garage in Epping for a classic or modern classic, supercar, motorbike, jet ski or even a family heirloom, 1/4 mile dragster or an ice cream truck – whatever you need to rent a garage in Epping for we would love to help.